Isaac Tuñón

Isaac Tuñón is a 24-year-old researcher from Panama, affiliated with the University of Panama and the Gorgas Memorial Institute for Health Studies. He is known for his work on antiviral compounds derived from marine sources, specifically radicicol and marizomib, which show promise in inhibiting the replication of mosquito-borne viruses such as dengue, zika, and chikungunya. His research aims to explore the therapeutic potential of marine bioactive compounds, contributing to the development of new antiviral treatments.